The 2027 General Rate Case

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Why we’re filing a rate case

Oregon's energy needs are evolving; extreme weather is putting more strain on the grid, and the way customers use energy is changing.

As Oregon grows, we need to continue investing in the system that powers homes, businesses and communities. This proposal supports ongoing projects that improve grid reliability while also supporting the region's increasing energy demand.

The proposed adjustments

Under the proposal, the overall rate change is 4.8%. Residential customers will see an overall 3.9% increase, which is approximately $8.33 per month for the average residential customer using 780 kWh.

Customer type	Schedule 7 (Residential)
Average proposed change	3.9%
Customer type	Schedule 32 (Small Business)
Average proposed change	6.3%
Customer type	Schedule 83 (Large Nonresidential Commercial and Industrial)
Average proposed change	3.6%
Customer type	Schedule 85 (Large Nonresidential Service exceeding 1,000 kilowatts)
Average proposed change	5.5%
Customer type	Schedule 89 (Large Nonresidential Direct Access Service)
Average proposed change	6%
Customer type	Schedule 96 (Large-Load Data Centers)
Average proposed change	7.7%

What happens next

The filing with the Oregon Public Utility Commission starts a 10-month public process to change customer rates. If approved as filed, the new rates will take effect in July 2027. We’ll keep you informed throughout the process and about ways you can participate.

What we’re doing to keep prices as low as possible

Energy prices are rising across the country. At the same time, wildfire safety work, critical system improvements and severe weather events require additional resources to keep power reliable for everyone. Here’s what we’re doing to manage costs and keep customer prices as low as possible.

To keep prices more predictable, we’re proposing a limit to how much base rates can increase each year in 2028 and 2029, tied mainly to inflation.
Our ongoing efforts to lower operational costs have reduced this rate increase request by $25 million.
We offer free programs and tools to help customers manage energy use and save money.
We’ve provided $75 million in annual relief to over 108,000 customers through PGE’s Income-Qualified Bill Discount program.

Large energy users pay more

As Oregon's energy needs grow, we're using new regulatory rules to ensure large energy users, such as data centers, pay for the infrastructure they need to grow.

That’s why data centers saw a 29.7% rate increase in 2026; and this new rate case proposes an additional 7.7% increase to continue covering the cost of growth.

These investments benefit all customers by helping to modernize the electric system.

Get involved in a public meeting

You have a voice in the rate review process. The OPUC will facilitate public meetings throughout the regulatory process. Customers are encouraged to attend these meetings and provide feedback.

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